BUTUAN CITY — The City Government of Butuan, through the City Education Development Department (CEDD), in partnership with the Sangguniang Kabataan Federation, City Youth Development Council (CYDC), and various government and private organizations, invites the youth to the OpportYOUTHnidad Caravan 2026 on August 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Robinsons Butuan – North Atrium. With the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” the event aims to empower, inform, and connect young people with a wide range of free services and opportunities designed to support their dreams and aspirations. The caravan is part of the annual Linggo ng Kabataan celebration, which coincides with International Youth Day.
A One-Stop Hub for Essential Youth Services
The OpportYOUTHnidad Caravan offers a comprehensive array of free services, including medical consultation, legal and notarial consultation, dental checkup and extraction (limited to 50 patients on a first-come, first-served basis until 12:00 noon), free HIV testing, birth certificate registration and consultation, mental health counseling and awareness, access to e-government services, free voter's certification, and seeds distribution. The event also provides information on the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), CHED scholarship information, and many more opportunities. This one-stop venue allows young people to access programs on education, volunteerism, employment, health, and entrepreneurship, fostering awareness and participation in government activities.
Empowering the Youth Through Participation
The OpportYOUTHnidad Caravan is designed to promote participation among the youth sector, recognizing that involvement is one of their fundamental rights. By bringing together various government agencies, the event ensures that young Butuanons can access the support they need in one convenient location. The caravan reflects the city's commitment to empowering its youth and providing them with the tools to become active contributors to nation-building.
Join the Movement
The City Government of Butuan encourages all youth to register and confirm their participation by accomplishing the registration form to help organizers prepare and accommodate everyone. This is an opportunity for the Kabataan ng Butuan to discover services, programs, and opportunities designed to support their aspirations.
